Explore our Historic River Town
The Town of Athens is located at the eastern end of Greene County, and was established on February 25th, 1815. Portions of the Towns of Catskill and Coxsackie were used to form the Town of Athens. The town has since developed a rich heritage with diverse architecture spanning over three centuries.
After the bridge went up in 1935, the need for the ferry was eliminated and it closed in 1947. Athens’ layout and architecture have remained essentially the same since its heyday in the late 19th century. It has more than 300 buildings on national and state historic registers and has the feel of a living museum of American architecture, with examples of many of the predominant styles of the 18th and 19th centuries, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Stick, Second Empire, Folk Victorian and Queen Anne.
The small and friendly community is made up of an eclectic group of artisans, business people, and families who all enjoy the beauty of this historic area and the essence of small town life. To visit the Village of Athens website and learn more about the Village, please click here.
Town of Athens
2 First Street
Athens, NY 12015
518-945-1052
Victorian Stroll - Saturday December 14th, from 1pm - 5pm
Start the holiday season off right! This beloved event is a Victorian holiday themed, village-wide celebration for the public to enjoy. Homes and businesses on Athens' historic 2nd street and surrounding side streets host family friendly events like live music, costumed carolers, face painting, demos, horse drawn carriage rides, holiday food and drink, and much more. It's a great way to explore the Village and historic homes that are beautifully decorated for your enjoyment.
Don't forget to bring your own ice skates and take a spin on the temporary ice rink at the riverfront park.
Learn more: Victorian Stroll Flyer & Schedule
Burn Ban until 11/30/24
THERE IS AN OUTDOOR
BURN BAN
STATE WIDE
UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2024
PER GOVERNOR HOCHUL
Town Clerk's Office Hours - Holiday Schedule
Please note that the Town Clerk's Office will have adjusted hours or closures on the following days.
- Friday, 11/8/24: Closing at 11:00am for training.
- Monday, 11/11/24: CLOSED, Veteran's Day
- Thursday, 11/28/24: CLOSED, Thanksgiving
- Friday, 11/29/24: CLOSED
- Christmas Eve: Closing at noon.
- Christmas Day: CLOSED
- New Year's Eve: Closing at noon.
- New Year's Day: CLOSED
In Search of: Town Historian
The Town of Athens is looking to appoint a new historian. The right candidate would be someone who loves history, the town of Athens, and would like to spend some of their spare time diving into the past. This is a “passion project” position, with a nominal volunteer stipend. The Town historian would collaborate with the Village historian to further the overall preservation of Athens history.
Town is seeking Volunteers
The Town of Athens is seeking volunteers for following:
Planning Board
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
Each position on a Board or Committee will deal with its particular duties/responsibilities.
Please send letters of interest to:
Michael Pirrone, Town Supervisor
2 First Street Athens, NY 12015
or
Email: